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A chocolate, orange, and pomegranate smoothie that tastes more like a milk shake than a workout recovery drink? Yes! This Best Ever Chocolate Meal Replacement Smoothie comes in at 33 grams of protein per serving, and 443 calories with the help of Bob's Red Mill Protein and Fiber Nutritional Booster... A tasty (and healthy) start to the New Year!
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill, but the content and opinions are my own. I have enthusiastically used their products for years!
You know what "they" say about New Year's resolutions, right? Nearly half of us make them, and less than 10% of us keep them... Why is that? I have a theory. 😀 "Resolutionaries" (my husband's name for those that make and break) New Year's resolutions, aim too high. Habits take time to form, and setting an achievable goal means the action is more likely to become a habit. In other words, "eat the elephant one bite at a time." My second son loves to remind me of this quote!
So, after the indulgences of the holidays, we're resolved to get to the gym, eat healthier, sleep longer, stress less... and weeks later, we've failed. Having spent a lifetime working at a healthy lifestyle, my advice is this: Start with small, realistic goals. Get a fitness watch, and keep moving. If you want to go to the gym, add a couple of days a week rather than 5. I have found the TRX suspension system to be an amazing addition to any home gym. It's not easy to make excuses if the workout happens at home... no driving involved. 😀
Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.
~~ Abraham Lincoln
This chocolate meal replacement smoothie is more than a post-workout shake. At 433 calories and 33 g of protein, it will keep you satisfied longer than a typical protein shake. And. All. The. Flavor. This smoothie is delicious! So pull our your Ninja blender, and give it a whirl! The recipe makes 2 servings, so you'll have one for your workout buddy too!
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Best Ever Chocolate Meal Replacement Smoothie with Orange and Pomegranate
A chocolate, orange, and pomegranate smoothie that tastes more like a milk shake than a workout recovery drink? Yes! This Best Ever Chocolate Meal Replacement Smoothie comes in at 33 grams of protein per serving, and 443 calories with the help of Bob's Red Mill Protein and Fiber Nutritional Booster... A tasty (and healthy) start to the New Year!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pomegranate juice , 100% juice!
- 1 large orange, zest and sections
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 4 scoops protein powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup Greek vanilla yogurt
- 1 orange , juiced
- 1 cup crushed ice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth. Garnish with orange slices and pomegranate arils if desired.
Notes
I use Bob's Red Mill Protein and Fiber Nutritional Booster. If you substitute a different brand, your macros will also be different. 🙂
I use the orange sections in addition to some juice for their added fiber. This smoothie is fiber-rich, and has a lot of texture.
Macronutrients (approximation from MyFitnessPal.com): 443 calories; 33 g protein; 73 g carbohydrates; 4 g fat.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 443Total Fat: 4gCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 33g
Leah says
This smoothie is great. I’m in my third trimester with low platelet count so I’m trying to drink promegranate juice more but also keep my protein intake up for baby. I love how the flavors mask the protein powder I used. It doesn’t hide the texture of the protein but it makes two scoops of protein powder go down deliciously. Love this so much!
Tamara says
That's awesome Leah! I'm so glad you enjoy the smoothie, and really appreciate your taking time to let me know... Best wishes for a healthy baby and easy delivery!
Sara says
This looks so good! I can't wait to try your recipe!
Tamara says
Thank you Sara 🙂
Veronika says
Chocolate, orange, and pomegranate together sound really good! Cannot wait to try it)
Tamara says
It's yummy and healthy!
jodie @twoluckyspoons.com says
Oh my goodness, this looks so good! What a delicious way to start the day and I love the chocolate orange combo. It's one of my faves!
Tamara says
It's delicious, and 33 grams of protein do indeed make it a great way to start the day! Thanks Jodie!
Stacey says
I love the flavors, and wow on the 33 grams of protein! Sounds brilliant!
Tamara says
Thanks Stacey! I'm a bit of a stickler on the issue of protein, so I'm pretty happy with this one! 🙂
Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago says
Chocolate and orange is one of my favorite flavor combos so I definitely need to give this a try!
Tamara says
It's a great flavor combination Kathryn... I hope you try it!
Leslie Haasch says
I adore Bob's Red Mill products, but I had no idea they made protein powder - have to add that to my shopping list!
Tamara says
Yes, Leslie! They have several to choose from!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
I need this smoothie in my life. With all that flavor and creaminess it would be more like a decadent dessert. I do have a resolution for the year and this smoothie would help me keep it.
Tamara says
Thanks Marisa! If it doesn't taste good, we don't want to eat it right? I see so many smoothies that make me shake my head. This one does taste a bit like dessert. 🙂
Mark says
These are really tasty!
Tamara says
Both tasty and nutritious!
Analida @ ethnicspoon.com says
I need a smoothie like this to mix up my morning routine! I love the pomegranate juice!
Tamara says
Thanks Analida! The chocolate, orange, pomegranate combination is delicious, and the smoothie is quite nutritious!
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen says
This sounds like such a tasty (and easy!) way to stay on track in January! Meal replacement drinks are a great way to help manage weight....and chocolate - yey!
Tamara says
Yay for chocolate! It's definitely easy, and the macros make it great for a meal replacement 🙂
Andrea The Petite Cook says
This smoothie looks amazing! Chocolate and orange is my fav combo!
Tamara says
It's one of my favorite flavor combos as well!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
I LOVE how chocolaty this looks. What a great lunch (or even breakfast). So easy to sip this while I work away on the computer.
Tamara says
It has lots of chocolate flavor (my favorite)! It's great to enjoy chocolate in a healthy smoothie 😉
Michelle says
I would definitely have an easier time staying on track with healthy eating if I can have this chocolatey goodness!
Tamara says
It does kind of taste like dessert!
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says
You are right, resolutions aimed too high are a possible failure. Small steps for me include eat healthily, exercise regularly, and stress less. This smoothie, or meal replacement, looks so yummy that I'd have it every day!
Tamara says
Thanks Nicoletta! As a "healthy" blogger, I encourage the exact approach you've taken... It works better than the roller coaster of dieting.
Tina says
I would really love this drink as well as many recipes to be dairy and gluten free options when posting them. I suffer from dairy migraines and cannot have most recipes shown on Instagram 😢😭
Tamara says
Thanks for your feedback Tina! I'm truly sorry about the migrains 🙁 This recipe is gluten-free, and could easily be dairy-free by substituting a non-dairy yogurt such as a soy or coconut yogurt. Best wishes!
mjskitchen says
This is a smoothie I could drink every morning. Chocolate and pomegranate. YUM!
Tamara says
It is so good MJ! When we have one, it's hard to remember it's a meal replacement shake and not dessert! Thanks for stopping by my friend...